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Joseph Jackson is a native of Des Moines, Iowa. He is a proud alumnus of Iowa State University, having graduated from the College of Design. Joseph's life is characterized by a deep passion for several key facets: truth, his faith in Jesus, evangelism, and his unwavering commitment to family. His journey through life has been marked by a relentless pursuit of truth in all its forms.

Mr. Jackson’s faith in Jesus Christ serves as the cornerstone of his existence, guiding his every step and inspiring him to share his convictions with others through evangelism. As a family of three, he cherishes every moment spent with his wife and their 2-year-old son. Jesus is the foundation of which family and friendships stand on, driving him to create a warm and nurturing environment for those he holds dear.

Prior to his current role at Joshua Christian Academy, Joseph's professional journey included diverse experiences. He worked with the Missouri State Teachers Association, where he contributed to the betterment of education and the teaching profession. His expertise also extends to the field of business marketing and web design, where he harnessed his creative talents to help businesses thrive in the digital age.

Mr. Jackson grew up in the same church JCA was born out of. His journey from Des Moines to his present role at Joshua Christian Academy is a testament to his diverse talents and his deep-rooted values.

Born in Kansas and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Ms. Stovall graduated from Lincoln High School and attend the University of Northern Iowa where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Family Studies and a minor emphasis in vocal music. She and her husband, Damien have seven children. In October of 2015, she gave her initial sermon and became licensed for ministry.

“My calling and passion are to see people of all ages realize that God has an abundant life that He created for them to live if we are willing to trust Him!”

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I graduated from Central College with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. I began my teaching career at Stowe Elementary in East Des Moines. Next, I became a full-time mother to five and returned to teaching in 1982.

God called me to full-time ministry at Des Moines Christian School where I served as Director of Early Education for over 25 years. Upon retirement, I was drawn to the planning table for Joshua Christian Academy, where I have served in many capacities since the beginning.

“I am a child of God, a disciple of Christ, a mother of many, a grandmother to more, and a faithful servant in ministry. “

Tina is from Prairie City, Iowa. She spent over 30 years in corporate America, mostly in the financial services arena.

While at Principal Financial Group, she managed a team responsible for sales compensation. She enjoyed talent development and helping others achieve their career goals.

Tina a wife to Mike; a mother to Joshua, Jacob and Lucas; and a mother-in-law to Takiesha and Arianne. Two of her sons currently serve in the Air Force, and a third son is a Navy veteran.

“Since inception, I’ve seen God’s hand in the mission at Joshua Christian Academy, and I’ve also come to admire the various servants that I have the privilege to work alongside.”

Olivia is from Oskaloosa, Iowa, and is the youngest of three girls. She received her degree from Des Moines Area Community College. Her experience includes working as an Administrative Assistant with State Farm and then as an insurance producer while attending school. Olivia is excited to be part of the JCA family, where she says, “There is something different every day, and I get to be part of an organization that is Christ-centered and is giving children a Christian education.”